Most likely white oak; alternatives include red oak or ash.
Quercus alba (alternatives: Quercus rubra, Fraxinus spp.) · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the Appalachian, Midwest, and southern regions.
- Hardness
- 1,360 lbf Janka — Hard.
- Durability
- Durable; white oak heartwood has good resistance to decay and weathering, while sapwood is less resistant.
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Grain Pattern
Straight, open-grained, predominantly rift- or quarter-sawn appearance; no distinctive figure visible.
Color & Appearance
Light tan to pale brown with subtle golden variation and moderate luster; likely to amber slightly with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
1,360 lbf Janka — Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable; white oak heartwood has good resistance to decay and weathering, while sapwood is less resistant.
Value & Age
Approximately $5–$12 per board foot for clear, kiln-dried white oak; specialty grade may cost more.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot be estimated reliably from this clean, unfinished sample; it shows little visible patina or wear.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, architectural millwork, barrels, veneer, and general joinery.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the Appalachian, Midwest, and southern regions.
Workability
Machines and sands well, though its hardness and open pores require sharp tools; end grain can absorb finish and fasteners benefit from pilot holes.
Finish Recommendations
Use sanding sealer or grain filler followed by oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; test stain because oak can color unevenly.
Notable Features
Visible earlywood/latewood contrast and open pores are consistent with oak; the sample lacks obvious medullary-ray fleck.
